Welcome to CAO Jobs on Ladders

At Ladders, we host various high-paying CAO (Chief Accounting Officer) jobs. As a CAO, you will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, and complying with regulatory requirements. It's a challenging role that offers a lucrative salary and room for career growth.

What Does a CAO Do?

A CAO oversees an organization's financial operations, ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulations, analyses financial data, and sets financial control systems, amongst a host of other key responsibilities.

Career Prospects

Included in our listings are opportunities for CAOs looking to progress into roles such as CFO (Chief Financial Officer). So, whether you're an experienced CAO or an ambitious financial professional aiming for a high-level role, our jobs board is the perfect place to start your search.

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$120K - $150K *

Grow your career by driving sales success and expanding client relationships through tailored security solutions, ensuring compliance and reducing risk for enterprise clients across diverse sectors an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead revenue growth initiatives in North America, collaborating closely with executive leadership to drive strategic account engagement and achieve enterprise sales targets while fostering a high-perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage and elevate partner relationships to drive revenue growth. Lead the charge in pipeline development, co-selling, and executing go-to-market strategies in a fast-paced, evolving environment that...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $283K *

Grow your career with a role leading cloud security strategy across multi-cloud environments. As a key decision-maker, you will enhance enterprise security frameworks while driving innovation, complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of the company's financial planning systems, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of accurate reporting cycles that enable strategic decision-making for senior leadership and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $165K *

Champion sustainable healthcare transformation by leveraging your expertise in operational improvement and revenue cycle management. Collaborate with clients to identify challenges and implement innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower disaster recovery efforts by managing key public sector clients, ensuring tailored software solutions meet compliance and reporting needs while fostering long-term relationships and driving im...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$236K - $439K *

Transform the future of business impact by leading an integrated portfolio, driving strategic value and optimizing resource allocation across diverse stakeholders in a remote, high-performing environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $206K *

Unlock potential by leading AI adoption for Marketing, Sales, and Client Experience. Drive strategic initiatives, develop AI solutions, and oversee training programs to enhance organizational capabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Drive strategic vendor relationships while ensuring robust financial oversight. Collaborate across departments to align operational and budgetary goals, delivering accurate financial reports and vendo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing operational risks, collaborating with various teams, and enhancing the risk culture in a financial institution, ensuring compliance and effective governance while condu...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as a Compliance Manager overseeing governance, risk assessment, and quality assurance while leading initiatives to enhance our processes. Engage with multiple teams to drive effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $210K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative pricing and packaging strategies that enhance monetization across product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executives to implement impactful pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$178K - $267K *

Lead the charge in driving execution and commercialization of critical growth initiatives. Collaborate across teams to align resources and ensure strategic priorities translate into impactful business...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic initiatives and drive international expansion through financial insights, collaboration, and innovative solutions that enhance business performance and achieve growth targets across...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic client relationships and drive operational excellence through cross-functional collaboration, ensuring outstanding service delivery, customer satisfaction, and measurable business o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the efficiency of our operations by leading AI-driven platforms. This role emphasizes hands-on technical leadership in creating and managing autonomous agents, ensuring they effectively enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive a comprehensive enterprise security program focused on posture and hygiene. Lead a diverse team to enhance controls, leveraging AI for monitoring and remediation, while fostering collaboration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming government infrastructure sales across California, driving successful engagement with municipalities and public agencies. Own long sales cycles, build impactful relatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$225K - $418K *

Innovate enterprise-wide agentic AI solutions by leading architecture design, guiding prototyping, and establishing robust standards for scalable, responsible deployments. Shape future technologies wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $237K *

Advance your expertise in Medicaid pharmacy management while leading clinical projects and ensuring high service levels. Collaborate with internal teams and apply analytical tools to optimize drug the...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $150K *

Grow your career with an impactful sales role focused on cybersecurity. Position and sell innovative consulting and managed services while developing strong relationships with key executives across va...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-tier technical support and enhancing client satisfaction through software engagement, data management, and service excellence in a collaborative environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $159K *

Shape the future of virtual currency regulation by leading examinations and ensuring compliance of licensees with laws and regulations. Collaborate with a team of experts and drive internal policy enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $154K *

Transform government pricing strategies by managing client relations and ensuring accurate federal drug price calculations while mentoring a team of analysts and providing expert guidance in complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the qualifications for a CAO job?question toggle

    Qualifications typically include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, several years of management experience, and strong knowledge of accounting regulation and principles. Some companies may also require a CPA or similar certification.

  • What is the salary range for CAO jobs?question toggle

    The salary range for CAO jobs can vary significantly based on the company, location, and the candidate's level of experience. However, CAO jobs posted on Ladders are expected to pay $100,000 or more.

  • What are the responsibilities of a CAO?question toggle

    A CAO is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, analyzing financial data, and setting up control systems.

  • What is the career progression after CAO?question toggle

    Many CAOs can progress to the position of CFO (Chief Financial Officer) or even CEO (Chief Executive Officer), especially in finance-focused companies. The progression depends largely on the performance and strategic capabilities of the individual.